News
NC budget scales back data center tax break
The new state budget repeals a data center electricity tax exemption as scrutiny grows over energy use, ratepayer costs, and local impacts.
News
Diapers, wipes, tampons could be tax-free in NC
The "Tax-Free Family Essentials Act" is the latest in a series of targeted tax breaks House Republicans have introduced this session to address affordability concerns.
Podcast
N.C. lawmakers continue to debate use of targeted tax incentives
From Carolina Journal Radio Program No. 741: North Carolina lawmakers continue to debate whether and how to use targeted tax incentives to lure new jobs into the state. A recent N.C. House committee meeting featured debate about proposals to tweak incentives rules in ways that could favor poorer rural counties. You’ll hear highlights from supporters...
Opinion
Start at the starting line
Political observers hurt their arguments when they fail to acknowledge key background information.
Podcast
NC Counties Engage In Tax Incentive Spending Spree
Sarah Curry on tax break deals signed by counties; Damon Root on judicial activism vs. judicial restraint; Mike Krzyzewski on supporting education; lawmakers debate property tax break for homebuilders; Becki Gray on transparency in state & local spending
Podcast
Research Shows Film Incentives Poor Public Policy
Rick Henderson on costs of film incentives; Beth Wood on auditing priorities for state agencies; Chris Conover on Medicaid expansion problems; Jacob Vigdor on an evidence-based teacher pay plan; George Leef on university crackdowns on free speech
